BANU ISMAIL

ARCHERY

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The Benefits of Archery

Archery is possibly the most revered of the sunnah sports, due to the extensive narrations that have been transmitted about archery from the Messenger of Allah (Allah bless him and grant him peace) highlighting the great merits of practising archery.

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Physical

Archery teaches that the path to controlling the arrow is through strengthening and stilling the body.

Mental

Archery trains the mind to focus single-mindedly on the task at hand, and to learn to “stick with it” patiently, shot after shot.

Spiritual

‘Whoever shoots an arrow in the way of Allah, will receive the reward of freeing a slave; and this is his ransom from the fire.’ —The Prophet (Allah bless him and grant him peace)

Emotional

‘There is no harm for any of you to take up your bow when you are overtaken by concern, and thereby do away with your worries.’ —The Prophet (Allah bless him and grant him peace)

Skill. Experience. Trust.

Why Al Ansaar Sunnah Sports

Al Ansaar’s instructors have many years of experience in teaching these sunnah sports. All teachers are qualified, and have the requisites for working with children and adults alike.
  • a child horse riding outdoors, a sunnah academy of sports horse riding course
  • two children practising archery, a sunnah academy of sports archery course
  • people wearing martial arts outfits and orange belts sitting on the floor
  • Children swimming, one of the sunnah academy of sports classes

What will you learn by joining the Al Ansaar Archery Club?

  • a basic understanding of the core movements of archery
  • knowledge of the different types of archery, arrows, and bows
  • strength training for arm and upper-body strength
  • how to practise archery safely
  • increased hand-eye coordination skills
  • improved mental strength and concentration
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Children’s

ages 7–12

£5 / week (fee taken in class)

Women’s

ages 13+

£5 / week (fee taken in class)

  • Dates: Tuesdays – Term Times (check Events page for schedule)
  • Time: 7:15pm – 8:15pm
  • Venue: Cheney Gym, Brookes Entrance, Gipsy Lane, Oxford, OX3 0BO.
  • Instructors: Ms Sara Edris & Ms Salma Edris

Men’s

ages 13+
£5 / week (fee taken in class)
  • Dates: Tuesdays – Term Times (check Events page for schedule)
  • Time: 8:30pm – 9:30pm
  • Venue: Cheney Gym, Brookes Entrance, Gipsy Lane, Oxford, OX3 0BO.
  • Instructors: Mr Ali Rashid & Mr Majahid Butt

Register your interest.

Fill in the form, and a member of our team will be in touch to discuss the options available.

Deadline: August 9th

Application: Archery

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Testimonials

I started archery because it is a prophetic sunna and I wanted to get into a sport. I found within my first few sessions a sense of calm and relaxation everytime I went, and a steady improvement in my technique. Sara is a very experienced teacher with a thorough knowledge of archery.
Sumrana
Archery

Shooting under the guidance of Al Ansaar’s Banu Ismail archery club has been nothing short of oustanding. The combination of the Islamic education on the discipline, in addition to the professional guidance is an absolute pleasure to be involved in. The personal and religious growth the club has facilitated within myself is amazing.
Razwan Butt
Archery

My daughters benefitted tremendously from the jiu jitsu training provided. Not only did they learn self defence, but more importantly they learnt how to push themselves. They also became much healthier, and have remained physically active since finishing the programme.
Umm Yusuf
Brazilian Jiu-jitsu

I have attended women only archery classes. I have really enjoyed myself. The teachers are  very friendly and patient. I have learnt so many skills from these classes, not only using the bow and arrow but learning skills like mindfulness and patience. I always come out feeling relaxed. Looking forward to joining them again. 
Farhana
Archery

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

No, there are no prerequisites for joining the club. 

If it’s been a while since you’ve exercised or you have health issues or concerns, it’s a good idea to talk to your doctor before starting a new exercise routine.

No. All the equipment that is required will be provided on site by the club.

Archery offers a number of health and fitness benefits, including:

  • Developing arm muscles and upper body strength.
  • Boosting hand-eye coordination skills.
  • Improving mental strength and concentration.
  • Honing the flexibility of the hands and fingers.
  • Freeing the mind from everyday distractions, by focusing it.

Banu Ismail Archery club will provide an overview of the two main types of archery: target and field.

The main style is traditional thumb archery.